NEWS ᎧᏃᎮᏓ
Tribal partners to hold “Eat Well, Play Well, Stay Well” event in Cherokee
The first Play Well, Eat Well, Stay Well event is planned for Tuesday, Oct. 5 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. (or until all bags are gone) and will be a drive-thru swag bag giveaway and raffle at 688 Drama Road (Mountainside Theatre area drive-thru) in Cherokee.
Cherokee Nation announces settlement in opioid case
The Cherokee Nation announced on Tuesday, Sept. 28 a settlement of its ongoing opioid diversion claims case against McKesson, AmerisourceBergen Drug Corporation, and Cardinal Health.
Park celebrates completion of new accessible trail in Cades Cove
Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials and partners celebrated the completion of a trail accessibility project in Cades Cove at the John Oliver Cabin on Tuesday, Sept. 28. The newly-created trail meets standards of the Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) and provides access for visitors of all ability levels to one of Cades Cove’s most popular historic homesites.
ONE FEATHER PHOTOS
COMMUNITY ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
Jacobs selected to AISES Board of Directors
The American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) announced the appointment of six new members of its Board of Directors recently, as well as the full slate of board members for 2017-2020. Joining the AISES Board of Directors are Grace Bulltail, Kristina Halona, Shaun Tsabetsaye, Adrienne Laverdure, Barney Enos, and Alicia Jacobs.
Autumn leaves must fall, but not before being a WNC tourism draw
It’s September in the hills when Western Carolina University’s fall foliage forecaster Beverly Collins attempts to quantify the quality of the annual color show in Western North Carolina through a scientific-based prediction. And, Collins is anticipating a good display across the mountains this year.
Park staff and neighbors to celebrate Fall Harvest at the Mountain Farm Museum
The annual Mountain Life Festival at the Mountain Farm Museum in Great Smoky Mountains National Park is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 16.
OPINIONS ᏃᎵᏍᎬᎢ
COMMENTARY: Domestic Violence Multi-Disciplinary Team answers commentary questions
The Domestic Violence Multi-Disciplinary Team (DV MDT) is writing in gratitude that a discussion about domestic violence has been taking place in the One Feather.
SPEAKING OF FAITH: Life is a Seed
In the prayer prayed by the Apostle Paul, in Ephesians 1:1-9, 15, 17-23, he asked for the Spirit of Wisdom and Revelation in the knowledge of Him, so we are to get close enough for things to be revealed to us. We are to spend quality time with Him. It is His Exceeding Power that we are to be searching for and in Him, we are actually to be seeking His Face. (verses 20-21).
COMMENTARY: Tribal member voices concern over DV practice of “first come, first served”
It is the ‘practice of First Come First Serve’ at the magistrate’s office, to file DVPO’s and 50-B’s which starts the process of the criminal side of this issue. The magistrates DVPO Ex Parte immediately grants temporary custody to the plaintiff.
SPORTS ᏍᎦᏚᎩ
BASKETBALL: Johnson gets 35 points to lead Braves over Swain
Dustin Johnson, Braves senior point guard, scored the first five points of the game and just kept going as he led Cherokee to a 96-55 win at Swain on Friday, Jan. 16.
BASKETBALL: Lady Braves remain unbeaten with big win at Swain
The Cherokee Lady Braves (14-0) remained unbeaten on the season with a big win at Swain on Friday, Jan. 16 as the Lady Braves topped the Lady Maroon Devils 87-35.
On the Sidelines: Will Poolaw is a shining example
This is the first installment in a weekly sports column where I’ll highlight Cherokee athletes and coaches, provide some “insight” (or my take on insight) on games, sometimes discuss national sports news, and give my “sporting must-sees” for the weekend which will include my picks for live and televised events not to miss.
OBITUARIES ᏧᏂᏲᎰᏒ
Obituary: Valencia Lee Cucumber Pheasant
Valencia Lee Cucumber Pheasant, known by friends and family as Val, passed away on March 26, 2020.
OBIT – Shirley Ann (Littlejohn) Crowe
Shirley Ann (Littlejohn) Crowe, age 69, passed away peacefully at the Tsali Care Nursing Home in Cherokee on March 23, 2020.
Zena Elizabeth Beck Lawhon – obituary
Zena Elizabeth Beck Lawhon, 79, of Whittier, went home to be with the Lord Friday, March 20, 2020.
HAPPENINGS
Painttown Gym closed this afternoon (Jan. 10)
Due to a water line break, the Painttown Gym will be closed this afternoon. There will be no after school program.
Community Basketball schedules
Community Basketball now has a permanent practice schedule established for the remainder of the season and is attached. If you have any questions, Jessica Daniels 554-6891. All Community Basketball Games scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 11 will be played at the old high...
WCU chancellor to meet with Cherokee residents Jan. 30
Western Carolina University Chancellor David O. Belcher will meet with residents of the Cherokee community Thursday, Jan. 30, as part of a series of events designed to keep the university connected with alumni, friends and elected officials.
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